SA5 7AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Eppynt Road, 0.5km from Caer-eithin in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Penderry ward and the Swansea East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 17.4% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SA5 7AZ are sourced from Output Area W00004473 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EPPYNT ROAD, SA5 7AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EPPYNT ROAD, SA5 7AZ.
293
37
£ 33,100 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA5 7AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 37, SA5 7AZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 17.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA5 7AZ. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 105,000
9 sales · Mean £ 101,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SA5 7AZ is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- AU Vodka Ltd0.9 km
- AA Convenience Store0.8 km
- AU Vodka Ltd0.9 km
- Lifestyle Express0.9 km
- Penderry Community Hub0.4 km
- + 27 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Clwb Cymdeithasol Penlan0.5 km
- Penlan Social Club0.5 km
- Marquis Arms1.0 km
- Armine Social Club0.8 km
- Marquis Arms1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Penlan Rugby Football Club0.3 km
- Ogof Adullam0.9 km
- Pavilion Cafe0.4 km
- Penlan Rugby Football Club0.3 km
- Ogof Adullam0.9 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Saunders Sandwiches0.5 km
- Penderry Fish Bar1.0 km
- Saunders Sandwiches0.5 km
- Bombay Burritos0.6 km
- Pizza Giorgio0.5 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.6 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Swansea2.8 km
- Gowerton4.9 km
- Llansamlet5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Berwyn Place0.1 km
- Berwyn Place0.1 km
- Eppynt Road0.1 km
- Eppynt Road0.1 km
- Conway Flats0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA57AZ · Data under Open Government Licence